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Discussion in 'New To The Hobby' started by High_hopes, Oct 19, 2011.

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  1. chasethis1

    chasethis1 Astrea Snail

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    If you are on a budget, check out aquatraders.com they have some cool things that with a little modding do a great job.
     
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  3. rocketmandb

    rocketmandb Ocellaris Clown

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    Is there something stopping you from stacking it against the two side panels?
     
  4. High_hopes

    High_hopes Astrea Snail

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    I don want to touch the glass on the sides... wasn't sure if it was a good idea or not.

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  5. billielewis3

    billielewis3 Gigas Clam

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    gentile touching aint gonna hurt nothing, just wanna make sure all your rock is secure so a possible rock fall doesnt slam into the glass, but thats always.

    what size t5 lights do you get for a coner tank?

    great set up so far, best of luck!
     
  6. High_hopes

    High_hopes Astrea Snail

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    24" fixture, 18" bulbs. It seems to work alright. Just saving up for some kessil a150w's.
    Looking for a skimmer now..
     
  7. Mr. Bill

    Mr. Bill Native Floridian

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    Just a helpful hint--

    If you want to add more rock, it appears you have plenty of space on the right side and around the back on the right if you remove the flat rock that currently is leaning then replace it as a top shelf.

    Again, just a thought. :)
     
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  9. rocketmandb

    rocketmandb Ocellaris Clown

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    You can definitely stack it against the glass (have it touching). This will give you more viewing room up front and allow more rock in the tank.
     
  10. High_hopes

    High_hopes Astrea Snail

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    i will do some moving around today. I am also picking up about 10 more lbs. I'll post pic's when its all set.
     
  11. greysoul

    greysoul Stylophora

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    I think I ate dinner too early, and now it's barely 8:00 and I'm kinda hungry... maybe I'll make some popcorn.
     
  12. tattoolew

    tattoolew Sea Dragon

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    My lfs guy has a corner tank that I am trying to emulate, he has about 2.5lbs per gallon and both back walls are covered with rock. The tank is awesome, he probably has 30 or so corals as well as several fish. The entire thing is covered in purple. Just a great tank, it is the whole reason I went with a corner tank. Just depends on the kind of fish you want to keep I guess.